2010 Pontiac G6: sudden loss of power

Filed Apr 2, 2022 · Steering · MO

The power steering angle sensor malfunctioned/stopped working properly at approx. 197,000 miles. The part was taken out and replaced by a local GM dealership. With the sensor malfunctioning, we experienced intermittent loss of power steering as well as shaking in the steering column which made it suddenly VERY difficult to steer. We lost power steering mid-drive many times and could have been killed because of this issue. The vehicle would be functioning completely normally and all of a sudden lose power steering mid-turn or while backing up and become nearly impossible to control. The problem was corrected out of pocket from us by a GM dealership service center. Unknown if it has been inspected. The dash light "ESC" would come on AS the power steering disengaged, but not until then. The dash display would also show "power steering" after we lost the power steering, but not before as a warning or anything.

Filed Mar 1, 2021 · Steering · 52,446 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 pontiac g6. The contact stated that the vehicle loss power steering assist in the driveway and the vehicle became difficult to steer. The contact took the vehicle to discount tire and wheel (1601 w pueblo blvd pueblo, co 81004) who diagnosed the failure that the power steering sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The sensor was replaced and the failure was remedied. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,446.

Filed Dec 28, 2020 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 141,000 miles · MA

Repeated loss of power steering, displaying "service ESC" message on dash while vehicle was in motion, once on a high speed road. Over the past 2 years I've experienced this problem with this vehicle, several times with no help at getting to the bottom of it.

Filed Jan 9, 2020 · Driver assistance, Steering · 32,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 pontiac g6. The contact stated that while driving, the ESC warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact was able to safely drive the vehicle off of the roadway. The vehicle was turned and restarted however, the failure persisted. The action was repeated and after the second attempt the vehicle operated as intended. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The manufacturer contacted classic chevrolet located at 6877 center st, mentor, oh 44060, (440)953-1070 and scheduled an appointment on behalf of the contact. The contact stated that the appointment was not kept due to the cost of the repair fee. The approximate failure mileage was 32,000.

Filed Dec 3, 2019 · Steering · 108,469 miles · KY

Lost power steering again this date. Lost control, vehicle left roadway into shallow ditch line. Was able to regain control and reenter back onto highway crossing centerline against oncoming traffic. Had replaced steering component three days prior. The federal safety agency ref # 11281715.

Filed Apr 17, 2019 · Acceleration, Brakes · 190,000 miles · KY

I have owned my 2010 pontiac g6 for approximately 2 years. Numerous times while driving, the vehicle will lose power and the steering will lock up. After locking up, the service ESC, power steering, and traction control lights all illuminate. The steering will remain locked up until you shut the vehicle down and restart it. Sometimes it will take turning the vehicle on and off multiple times. I have had this happen in many times while driving; however more times than not it occurs in curves or while making a turn. After further review I see there has been recalls issued till similar models prior to 2010; however 2010 has been left out. This is a major safety concern and has almost caused numerous wrecks; because when this failure occurs, you lose power steering and traction control.

Filed Mar 1, 2019 · Electrical, Steering · 140,000 miles · MN

I have the 2010 pontiac g6. The service ESC light came on and I lost all power steering. Also the traction light came on. I had it replaced a year ago. A week ago, it happened again. I looked to see if there is a recall on this part. Turns out there is one for the 2009 but not the 2010. The mechanic said its the same part. So if that's the case, why does the 2010 not have a recall. To have the same issue twice sounds like a problem. As I was checking the recall for the 2010, I found a recall involving a brake light issue. Then it goes on to say it can cause the ESC to have a problem. I really would like to have this fixed once and for all. Please let me know what can be done. I need this fixed properly so it's safe for my daughter to drive. Thank you

Filed Feb 7, 2019 · Steering · 174,000 miles · IA

I was driving down the road at 60 MPH and got a power steering warning. I lost power steering completely. I pulled over, shut off the car and upon restarting had power steering again. The next day, same thing happened.

Filed Mar 13, 2018 · Fuel system · 140,000 miles · CA

A few months ago I started smelling fuel from my parked vehicle. As time has gone on it has gotten worse, and my car is beginning to lose power and fail to run properly. I have been informed by a mechanic that the smell is coming from a small fuel leak coming from a connector on the fuel pump assembly. This issue seems to be identical to the issue described in recall #09v419000. I have heard from other g6 owners and they seem to have this issue as well.

Filed Mar 12, 2017 · Steering · 116,000 miles · MN

Steering wheel shakes at idle. Eventually LED to complete loss of power steering.

Filed Jan 3, 2017 · Steering · MS · crash

Driving down the road steering wheel locked up lost power steering ran car into the median turn the car off works fine for about 3 weeks and did it again this time.

Filed Jan 21, 2016 · Steering · 60,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 pontiac g6. While driving approximately 35 MPH and attempting to make a turn, the steering wheel lost power without warning. The contact coasted the vehicle off the road and parked. The contact later called the dealer and was informed to bring in the vehicle for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not included in a recall and was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.